Suggestions for Cocktail Bar near Chicago

Abby B. • October 19, 2013Super fun spot and the price is right on cocktails and food. Very friendly bartenders! Open seating- got there around 7:30 took about ten minutes to grab some seats at the bar.

Emily P. • January 27, 2012Paul McGee's Cocktail 101 class is well worth the time and extremely affordable. My boyfriend and I loved it and both learned a ton.

Emily B. • August 25, 2017I love this place. The cocktails are top notch, the bar is absolutely beautiful and they play good jams. Good service and knowledgeable bartenders.

David C. • November 27, 2016The cocktails are tasty and dangerously sweet, with some clean and crisp options as well. The cold brew with horchata is a lifesaver if you're the designated driver.

Nate R. • September 10, 2013The Raincoat is one of the best whiskey cocktails in the WORLD.

Caroline M. • October 9, 2022Hard to go wrong. Fun cocktail selection and good wine list. standouts include the crab Rangoon, potstickers, Dan Dan noodles, dry chili chicken, Mongolian beef….but honestly, everything is great.

Bob D. • June 27, 2018Great cocktail with Campari and pineapple.

Patrick L. • April 13, 2022Cozy intimate indoor space with an open, modern outdoor space. Best of both worlds!

Sandy H. • September 13, 2014Seriously great bar...so nondescript from the street that you'd almost miss it. Built-in table top checkers & great cocktails. The whiskey mule is tasty.

Abby S. • June 30, 2018Food and cocktails are both outstanding!

Adam R. • July 7, 2018Above a dive bar is a cocktail joint with a swanky 70’s, almost island lounge vibe to it. With $10-12 cocktails, it’s a place you bring a date and impress them with your ‘hidden gem’ knowledge.

Gary G. • July 25, 2020Beautiful, eclectic, and great cocktails.

Sarah C. • September 24, 2020This place is a neighborhood gem. Come sit on the patio and enjoy their great beer menu!

Joseph B. • March 14, 2022Cocktails, fish sandwich

Jon B. • April 8, 2023Solid location, great ambiance, and excellent cocktails. Definitely a solid stop while cruising Milwaukee Ave.

Pam P. • February 27, 2017Great rooftop views. Craft cocktail list, wines by the glass & bottle. Small selection of beers. Currently no food or snacks. Interior bar area is cozy and modern.

Luke W. • October 3, 2022Try the cocktails 🍹

Alexander K. • October 19, 2017Great ambience, cool music, fresh beer.

Erik R. • July 21, 2017One of my favorite food trucks to grab lunch at the Loop. The street tacos are worth the wait, sample all three protein choices.

Dane D. • May 12, 2018Great for dates. The cocktails are awesome. Great ambiance.

Autumn C. • February 28, 2020Cute little space w/ darts & pool table. Good for casual get togethers. Drink menu isn’t huge and backbar is a bit limited, but has some good house cocktails.

Kseniya M. • June 4, 2016Cool vibe, Nice folks and cocktails on tap

Cory O. • February 9, 2018an excellent spot to grab a coffee, or a cocktail in the evening; a friendly staff and a cool atmosphere to hang out at